Public Health
— A deadly virus known as Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) has made its way to the UK, sparking concerns about public health. What are its symptoms, and how to protect yourself?
Public Health
— A deadly virus known as Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) has made its way to the UK, sparking concerns about public health. What are its symptoms, and how to protect yourself?
COVID-19
— A new study looks at all children hospitalised with a first recorded COVID infection in England from July 2020 to February 2022.
China
— China’s new restrictions on gallium and germanium exports, in response to Western curbs on semiconductor equipment exports, could disrupt Western tech manufacturing. These elements, key in semiconductors and devices like smartphones, are predominantly supplied by China.
What The Experts Say
— Ukraine recently reported the discovery of “explosive devices” on the roof of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. While concerns have been raised about the safety of the plant, experts assure that nuclear power plants are designed to withstand extreme hazards.
Analysis
— Prophets of the NHS’s demise have been proved wrong year after year.
Long-Read
— On the failure of Brexit and the lack of consensus on how to fix it. Professor Chris Grey criticizes some Brexiters who propose unrealistic or recycled solutions, such as mutual enforcement for Northern Ireland or no deal at all, suggesting that Brexit is a problem that needs a new approach.
Stats
— The Global Liveability Index has given us insights into the quality of life in cities worldwide. Vienna, Copenhagen, and Melbourne took the top spots, while UK cities saw a decline. Meanwhile, Asian cities are on the rise, hinting at a shift in the global landscape.
Rwanda Deportations
— The government says it will cost £169,000 per person to send migrants to Rwanda, but this is based on shaky assumptions and does not include many other costs. The real cost is likely to be much higher and the plan may not work at all.
COVID-19
— Matt Hancock said the UK’s pandemic planning was wrong and focused on the consequences rather than the prevention of COVID-19, and failed to recognise the similarities between COVID-19 and SARS.
France Riots
— France experienced its fifth night of civil unrest following the death of a young man. Despite the deployment of 45,000 police and military forces, several cities experienced violent outbreaks.
Water
— On the financial troubles of Thames Water, the UK’s largest water company, which is heavily indebted and facing rising costs. How the company’s debt increased after it was taken over by a consortium of private investors who extracted dividends from its revenue.
UK Politics
— The Government’s plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda has been ruled unlawful by the Court of Appeal, which found that Rwanda’s asylum system is not fair and effective. Relief for refugees who faced being deported to a country where they could face persecution.
France Riots
— The death of a 17-year-old boy by a police officer has sparked riots and protests in France. The incident reflects the long-standing problems of marginalisation, discrimination and police brutality that affect the suburbs of large French cities.
France Riots
— In the wake of escalating violence following the tragic death of a young man, Nahel, the French national football team has issued a plea for peace. This rare move signals the gravity of the situation.
COVID-19 Inquiry
— In a surprising turn of events, the Cabinet Office has reversed its stance on accessing Boris Johnson’s phone messages concerning the COVID-19 pandemic, raising some intriguing questions about transparency and trust in the COVID Public Inquiry.
UK Politics
— New research highlights three key reasons for declining trust in experts, and how to regain their authority in future.
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